Translation guide
The process of turning organic waste into nutrient-rich soil. In Japanese, this is commonly expressed with the noun コンポスト or the verb phrase 堆肥にする, but the most natural way to talk about doing composting is with the borrowed term コンポスト.
Composting is good for the environment.
Using コンポスト as a noun.
Referring to the act or practice of composting organic waste.
The most common and natural way to refer to composting in everyday Japanese. It can be used as a noun or as part of a verb phrase with する.
We compost kitchen waste at home.
Literally 'to turn into compost'. This is a more traditional or agricultural term, often used in farming contexts.
I'm composting fallen leaves.
A technical term for 'composting' as a process, often seen in environmental or agricultural documents.
There is a plan to build a composting facility.
Talking about composting as a waste management method or system.
コンポスト is the common, everyday term for composting, especially in home and urban contexts. 堆肥 (たいひ) refers to the finished compost itself or the agricultural practice. Use コンポスト for general composting activities.
I want to start composting.
I spread compost on the field.
In casual speech, you can simply say コンポストする to mean 'to compost'. It's widely understood and natural.
I'm composting kitchen waste.
堆肥化は有機廃棄物の有効な処理方法です。
Composting is an effective method for treating organic waste.